**Wood-Grilled Buffalo Tenderloin with Wild Mushrooms and Port Wine Sauce: A Culinary Symphony of Rustic Charm and Elegant Sophistication**
Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that harmoniously blends the wild and the refined. This wood-grilled buffalo tenderloin, accompanied by an orchestra of wild mushrooms and a velvety port wine sauce, promises an experience that tantalizes the senses and leaves you craving for more. The tenderloin, sourced from the robust American bison, boasts a distinct and rich flavor that pairs perfectly with the earthy notes of the wild mushrooms. The port wine sauce adds a touch of elegance and depth, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. This recipe offers a perfect balance of rustic charm and sophisticated refinement, making it an ideal dish for both casual gatherings and special occasions.
WOOD GRILLED BUFFALO TENDERLOIN WITH WILD MUSHROOMS AND PORT WINE SAUCE
Steps:
- Place the onion, carrot, and celery with the canola oil in a medium saucepan and saute over high heat for 10 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized. Deglaze the pan with the port wine and red wine and cook until most of the wine has been absorbed. Add veal stock and simmer for 1 hour. Strain, return to the saucepan and add thyme and parsley, simmer for 5 minutes. Strain the thyme and parsley, return back to the pot and let simmer for about 30 minutes or until reduced to 1 1/2 cups. Season with salt and pepper to taste, strain through a fine-mesh sieve. Keep warm.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Place shallots in an oven proof pan with the olive oil and cover with aluminum foil. Roast for 1 hour or until tender. Toss with thyme and parsley and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
- Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover. Salt the water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife. Drain and place on a cookie sheet. Place in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until excess moisture is evaporated. Rice the potatoes in a food mill or a ricer into a bowl. Add butter and mash with a potato masher.
- In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup half-and-half to a boil. Add to the potatoes, stirring gently until the desired consistency. Do not over mix the potatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and set aside.
- Preheat a large saute pan on medium height heat. Add oil and saute mushroom for 2 to 3 minutes. Stirring often. Once mushrooms become tender add garlic. Saute for 1 minute. Set aside for platting. Mushrooms maybe sauteed a day in advance.
- Place an additional 1/2 cup of half-and-half in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add blue cheese and blend with a hand held blender prior to serving.
- To assemble preheat the grill. Season buffalo with salt and pepper and place on the grill. Grill the steaks for 2 to 3 minutes on both sides for medium rare, or until preferred doneness. Remove steaks from grill and let rest. On a dinner plate place a small circle of mushrooms in the center of the plate. Place a quenelle of mashed potatoes in the center of the mushrooms, on top of the potatoes place the buffalo. Using a spoon, pour 1-ounce of port wine sauce around the mushrooms and a little on the buffalo. Blend the blue cheese cream until nice and frothy, and then spoon over buffalo.
BUFFALO TENDERLOIN WITH TETON BLACK BAR-B-QUE SAUCE
Steps:
- Place the onion, carrot, and celery with the 2 tablespoons canola oil in a medium saucepan and saute over high heat for 10 minutes or until golden brown and caramelized. Add the port wine and red wine and scrape up the brown bits that cling to the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon and continue to cook until most of the wine has been absorbed. Add veal stock and simmer for 1 hour. Strain and return to the saucepan. Add thyme and parsley and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain the thyme and parsley sprigs and return back to the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes or until reduced to 1 1/2 cups. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and strain through a fine mesh sieve. Keep warm.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place the shallots in an oven proof pan with the olive oil and cover with aluminum foil. Roast for 1 hour or until tender. Toss with thyme leaves and chopped parsley and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
- Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover. Salt the water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a knife. Drain and place on a cookie sheet. Place in the oven for 3 to 5 minutes until excess moisture is evaporated. Rice the potatoes in a food mill or a ricer into a bowl. Add the butter and half-and-half to the potatoes and stir gently to until desired consistency is achieved. Do not overmix the potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cover and set aside.
- Preheat a large saute pan on medium-high heat. Add 1-ounce of oil and saute mushrooms for 2 to 3 minutes stirring often. Once mushrooms become tender add garlic. Saute for 1 minute and set aside for plating. (Mushrooms may be sauteed a day in advance.) Place the remaining 1/2 cup of half-and-half in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add bleu cheese and blend with a handheld blender prior to serving.
- To assemble. Preheat grill. Season buffalo with salt and pepper and place on the grill. Grill steaks for 2 to 3 minutes on both sides for medium rare or continue cooking longer until achieving desired doneness. Remove steaks from grill and let rest. On a dinner plate place a small circle of mushrooms in the center of the plate. Place a small amount of mashed potatoes in the center of the mushrooms and place the buffalo on top of the potatoes. Using a spoon, pour 1-ounce of port wine sauce around the mushrooms and a little on the buffalo. Blend the bleu cheese cream until it's nice and frothy, then spoon over the buffalo.
BUFFALO GRILLED MUSHROOMS
Mushrooms are at their best when cooked over high, unrelenting heat, which makes them ideal for grilling. So that they crisp instead of shrivel, toss them with more oil than you think is required and salt them only after they are cooked. As the mushrooms' moisture disappears, their earthy umami concentrates and their outsides brown. They can be eaten on their own, added to any dish that you like mushrooms in, or tossed with a sauce that their spongelike texture will soak up. Here, that's a spicy and silky classic Buffalo sauce. Top with parsley and blue cheese for crunch and coolness, then eat with your fingers or in buns. This method here works with most mushrooms, but avoid larger ones like portobellos, which, over such high heat, will burn before they're cooked through.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, vegetables, main course
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Prepare a charcoal grill for two-zone cooking over high heat by pouring the coals onto one half of the grill. For a gas grill, heat all the burners, then off turn one of the end burners before cooking. (See Tip.)
- While the grill is heating, place the mushrooms in a large bowl, and drizzle them generously with olive oil (about 6 tablespoons). Put the hot sauce and garlic in a medium cast-iron skillet.
- When you're ready to grill, bring the mushrooms, skillet, salt, cold butter, a tightly folded paper towel soaked with oil, oven mitt and tongs to the grill. (You want the butter to stay cold, so if you're worried about it melting in the sun, bring it out in a cup over ice.) Clean the grates with a grill brush, then oil the grates with the paper towel.
- Add the mushrooms gill-side up over the flame. Cook the mushrooms, turning occasionally, until well browned and tender, 6 to 15 minutes, depending on the size and type of the mushroom. For a gas grill, close the lid between flips, listening and keeping an eye out for flare-ups. If liquid collects in the mushrooms while cooking, move them to an area of the grill without fire beneath to avoid flare-ups, then flip and return to direct heat.
- When the mushrooms are almost done, add the skillet to an area of the grill without flame beneath, so that there's indirect heat. Add the mushrooms to the skillet as they finish. Season lightly with salt and add the butter, stirring to combine until glossy. Season to taste with salt, pepper and more hot sauce, then top with blue cheese and, if using, parsley.
VENISON WITH MUSHROOM-WINE SAUCE
Steps:
- 1. Mix the flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the meat in the seasoned flour. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Cook the venison for 2 minutes per side, and then transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- 2. Reduce the heat in the skillet to medium, add the shallots and garlic, and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add the mushrooms and sauté for about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste. Add the wine and chicken broth, raise heat to medium-high, and cook for 1 minute more. Return the meat to the pan and simmer until heated, about 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tips:
- Tenderize the tenderloins: Pounding the tenderloins with a meat mallet or rolling pin helps break down the tough fibers, resulting in a more tender and succulent dish.
- Marinate the tenderloins: Marinating the tenderloins in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices enhances their taste and keeps them moist during grilling.
- Grill the tenderloins over high heat: This creates a delicious charred exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender. Make sure to turn the tenderloins frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer: Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the tenderloins to ensure they reach the desired doneness. For medium-rare, cook to an internal temperature of 135°F (57°C).
- Let the tenderloins rest: After grilling, allow the tenderloins to rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more flavorful and tender dish.
- Pair with a flavorful sauce: The wild mushroom and port wine sauce in this recipe complements the grilled tenderloins perfectly. The earthy flavors of the mushrooms and the rich, fruity notes of the port wine create a delicious and elegant sauce.
Conclusion:
Wood-grilled buffalo tenderloin with wild mushrooms and port wine sauce is a mouthwatering and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner. The tender and juicy tenderloins, paired with the flavorful sauce, create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. With careful preparation and attention to detail, you can easily recreate this restaurant-quality meal in your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and prepare to indulge in a culinary delight!
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